Finance
Baby Bank Sees Surge in Demand from Struggling London Parents
Little Village, a London-based baby bank, reports a significant increase in families needing support, with some parents facing extreme hardship and isolation.
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Finance
Cost of Living Payment Date Moved to July
The Government of Jersey has brought forward its Community Costs Bonus payment to July, offering financial support to eligible households earlier than...
Economy
Inflation’s Latest Climb: How 3.3% Impacts Your Wallet
New inflation figures show a rise to 3.3%, driven by fuel costs. Understand the implications for household budgets, food prices, and interest...
Economy
Young Britons Juggle Three Jobs to Afford Daily Life
With the UK unemployment rate at 4.9%, a growing number of young adults are taking on multiple jobs, with some working up...
Economy
Many Unaware of Energy Price Cap Tariffs, Lewis Reports
Financial expert Martin Lewis expresses surprise at widespread public confusion over energy price cap tariffs. The BBC offers guidance to help consumers...
Economy
High Costs Force One Third of Young Men Back to Parental Homes
Over a third of young men in the UK now live with their parents, the highest proportion since 2007, driven by soaring...
Finance
Mortgage Rates Decline as Iran Truce Hopes Emerge
Major lenders are reducing mortgage rates on new deals, offering relief to buyers as money markets react positively to potential truce developments...
Investing
Two-Child Cap Ends: £4,100 Boost for Families, Pensions Rise
Hundreds of thousands of families will see an average annual increase of £4,100 as the two-child benefit cap is scrapped. This marks...
Economy
UK Households Face Rising Bills, Energy Costs See Temporary Dip
UK households are grappling with a new wave of bill increases across council tax, water, and broadband, despite a temporary 7% fall...